What ethical considerations are involved in cancer drug testing?
Ethical considerations are paramount in cancer drug testing. Key principles include:
- Informed Consent: Participants must be fully informed about the potential risks and benefits of the trial and voluntarily agree to participate. - Patient Safety: The safety and well-being of participants are the highest priority, with continuous monitoring and immediate action taken if adverse effects occur. - Transparency: Researchers must disclose all potential conflicts of interest and ensure that the study design and results are transparent and accessible. - Fair Selection: Participants should be selected fairly, without discrimination, and should represent the population that will use the drug.
